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Developer Michael O’Flynn pursues St Edmundsbury housing project despite council setback

Thursday 2 July 2026

Developer Michael O’Flynn is continuing to pursue a proposed 540-home housing development at St Edmundsbury despite facing local council opposition.

Developer Michael O’Flynn is continuing to pursue a proposed 540-home residential development at St Edmundsbury despite encountering a planning setback from the local council.

The project, which aims to deliver 540 homes on the St Edmundsbury land, has encountered significant opposition from local councillors and residents. Despite these objections and the recent council setback, the developer is not abandoning the plans for the housing project.

The proposed development has attracted local attention due to the scale of the residential build and its location on the St Edmundsbury estate.

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